Philipsburg Man Accused of Possessing Stolen Gun/Drugs

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PHILIPSBURGH – A Philipsburgh man is facing several charges after a traffic stop allegedly revealed he had drugs and a stolen firearm.

On July 31st police pulled over 35 year-old Cody Shaw in Decatur Township for driving a motorcycle while his license was suspended and had an expired registration. 

During the traffic stop police noted Shaw may have been under the influence. After a search they allegedly discovered a small bag of methamphetamines, and a small rifle with a cut off barrel and a handgun which did not belong to him.

He now faces felony possession of a firearm prohibited, felony receiving stolen property, DUI, and other drug charges.

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